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Nord Catalog Winter 2014 LR
Nord Catalog Winter 2014 LR
Nord Catalog Winter 2014 LR
SYNTHESIZERS
STAGE PIANOS
COMBO ORGAN
CONTENTS
SYNTHESIZERS
NORD LEAD A1
NORD LEAD 4
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NORD DRUM 2
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STAGE PIANOS
NORD ELECTRO 4
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NORD PIANO 2
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NORD STAGE 2
NORD C2D
COMBO ORGAN
SOUND LIBRARIES
NEW
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48
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1980s
1990s
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2007
Digital Percussion
Plate 1 83
ddrum 84
Nord Lead 95
Nord Modular,
Nord Lead 2 97
Nord Electro
Nord Lead 3
Nord Electro 2
Nord Lead 2x
Nord Modular G2
Nord Stage
Nord C1
Nord Wave
COMPANY HISTORY
introduced the Nord Piano 2 that allowed splitting and layering sounds from
the Nord Sample Library.
The Nord Crew with one of the first Nord Electro 4 HP units to come off the assembly line,
September 2012.
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
Nord Piano
Nord Stage 2
Nord Electro 3 HP
Nord Piano 2
Nord C2D, Nord Drum
Nord Electro 4
Nord Lead 4
Nord Drum 2, Nord Pad
Nord Piano 2 HP
Nord Lead A1
NORD LEAD A1
SYNTHESIZERS
NEW
SOUND DEMOS
Nord Audio Demo
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HIGHLIGHTS
OSCILLATORS
8 Oscillator Configurations
Pitch, Detune, Shape, Sync, AM, Noise,
Sub Mix, FM
Traditional Analog and Digital Waveforms
MODULATION
FILTER
EFFECTS
Nord Lead A1 is also available in a table top version, the Nord Lead A1R.
Rack mountable with rack ears (included).
PERFORMANCE
4-part multi-timbral
Master Clock Sync of Arpeggiator, LFO
and Delay
Velocity and Mod Wheel Morph
USB MIDI
SPECIAL FEATURES
Like Button
Mutator
Extra Fat Unison mode
OUR BEST-EVER
ANALOG MODELING
At the heart of the Lead A1 is our new analog modeling
engine. Taking our virtual analog synthesis to the next level,
this modeling recreates a total analog signal path with
uncanny realism, and is capable of immense sonic variety.
With 26-voice polyphony and four simultaneous synthesizer
parts, the Lead A1 is a true synthesizer powerhouse that
goes far beyond the current trend for limited capability
analog reissues.
COMBINED WITH
OUR MOST INTUITIVE
INTERFACE
Fundamental to the design of the Lead A1 is a brand new
simple yet sophisticated front panel interface. The design
is in fact the result of requests from professional players
even the most experienced programmers - who need to
create the perfect sound as quickly as possible for todays
live or studio time demands. The Lead A1 allows easy
patch creation and experimentation thanks to a new and
unique oscillator section, pre-programmed modulation
matrix, and simplified ADR envelopes. Dive in and create
incredible patches far quicker than would normally be possible with a synthesizer of such power.
SYNTHESIZERS
OSCILLATOR SECTION
The Lead A1s new Oscillator section generates 47 different
waveforms from classic analog to digital harmonic and inharmonic
waves, whilst unique Oscillator Configuration Shortcuts make
programming more immediate than ever. Start with a single Oscillator waveform select an Oscillator Configuration Shortcut - Pitch,
Detune, Shape, Sync, Sub Mix, FM, AM or Noise - and use the
OSCILLATOR CONFIGURATIONS
PITCH
SYNC
Emulates Hard sync by adding an additional oscillator that is the sync reference.
DETUNE
FM
SUB MIX
SHAPE
The shaping of the Panel Analog, Extended Analog and Fixed Pulse
waveforms uses a traditional waveshaping method, the other waveforms
are changed with a spectral shaping process.
AM
NOISE
Adds a Noise element to the original oscillator, Osc Control sets the mix.
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SYNTHESIZERS
FILTER SECTION
EFFECT SECTION
SPECIAL FEATURES
LIKE BUTTON
MUTATOR FUNCTION
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OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
SOFT CASE
Keep your Nord instrument in perfect shape with the
ultimate soft case, featuring a plush interior, thick
padding, and the distinctive Nord red color. The
mid-sized pocket will hold all your cables and accessories. Carrying handles, shoulder strap, and two
backpack straps lets you carry your instrument any
way you want.
SUSTAIN PEDAL
Sustain pedal.
DUST COVER
ARPEGGIATOR
MASTER CLOCK
The Master Clock function of the Lead A1 allows the LFO,
Arpeggiator and Delay to be synchronized, either internally
or slaved to external MIDI clock. A Tap Tempo button allows
you to easily tap to the tempo of a drummer or to playback
tracks.
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Sustain Pedal
Soft Case
FOUR OUTPUTS
The Lead A1 features four independent audio outputs
with the ability to route each slot to a different output. Plus
control of Pan via the front panel knob is a welcome new
addition in the Lead A1.
Dust Cover
SOUND MANAGER
The Lead A1 includes the Nord Sound Manager software for
OS X and Windows. Sound Manager is a dedicated librarian
app which allows easy reorganizing, back-up an transfer of
programs.
MIDI CONTROL
GENERAL FEATURES
MODULATION SECTION
AUDIO OUT
USER INTERFACE
3 LED displays, 23 knobs, 3 encoders and 20+ buttons for program
and performance editing.
OSCILLATOR SECTION
Oscillator models of multiple waveforms (traditional analog, extended
analog, pulse waveforms, real-time algorithmical waveforms with additive-, FM- and formant- synthesis)
OSC config knob 11 categories (Pitch, Shape, Osc Sync, Noise Mix,
Osc 2 Detune, Sine Mix, Tri Mix, Saw Mix, Square Mix, Freq Modulation, Amp Modulation)
FILTER SECTION
Multi-mode filter with 12 dB (2-pole) low pass, 24 dB (4-pole) lowpass
and band pass, high pass, Ladder M and Ladder TB characteristics.
Cut off, Resonance, envelope amount, envelope amount controlled
by velocity.
ADR/ASR envelope.
Filter keyboard tracking can be set to off, 1/3, 2/3 or full.
Adjustable Filter Distortion.
AMPLIFIER SECTION
ADR/ASR envelope, velocity control on/off, gain control.
Individual Pan-control per program
PERFORMANCE SECTION
Voice modes: Poly, Legato and Mono with portamento, True Unison
1, 2 & 3.
Four program slots for layering possibilities and multitimbrality.
EFFECTS
FX section with Flanger, Phaser, Ring Modulation, Chorus, Ensemble
and Drive.
Delay section with tap tempo, four stages of feedback, stereo pingpong, dry/wet mix. The Delay speed can be synchronized to the
Master Clock.
Reverb section with five algorithms (Room, Stage 1, Stage 2, Hall 1,
Hall 2).
MEMORY
Programs (single sounds): 8 x 50 (400) locations
Performances (multi sounds): 4 x 50 (200) locations
SYNTHESIZERS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
MIDI FEATURES
All control knobs and switches send control change messages.
System exclusive bulk dumps. One program or all programs.
Master Clock will sync to incoming MIDI clock.
Soft Thru
CONNECTION
4 Line Level Audio Outputs - ", 6,35 mm jacks, unbalanced
Stereo Headphone Output - ", 6,35 mm stereo jack
Sustain Pedal - ", 6,35 mm jack. Use a momentary pedal, like e.g.,
Roland DP-2, DP-6, Yamaha FC-4, FC-5, Fatar VFP1-25 etc.
Control Pedal - ", 6,35 mm TRS stereo jack. Use a Yamaha FC-7,
Roland EV-7, Roland EV-5, Korg EXP2 or Korg XVP10.
USB connector with MIDI capabilities
MIDI In & Out - 5 pin DIN connectors
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
User Manual
Power Cord with IEC C14 connector
Rack Ears (rack version only)
DIMENSIONS
Nord Lead A1: 802 x 92 x 260 mm (31.5 x 3.6 x 10.2")
Nord Lead A1R: 466 x 115 x 169 mm (18.3 x 4.5 x 6.6")
WEIGHT
Nord Lead A1: 4.85 kg (10.7 lbs)
Nord Lead A1R: 3 kg (6.6 lbs)
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NORD LEAD 4
SYNTHESIZERS
A GROUNDBREAKING CLASSIC,
REBORN.
When the first Nord Lead was released in 1995 it started the Virtual
Analog revolution, offering a very distinctive sound combined with the
tweakability otherwise reserved for vintage analog synthesizers.
The new Nord Lead 4 takes what made the Nord Lead a success and
adds a whole bunch of innovative new features justifying the name performance synthesizer.
SOUND DEMOS
Nord Audio Demo
00:00:19
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demos
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HIGHLIGHTS
LFO, Arpeggiator and Delay can be synchronized to the Master Clock (or external
MIDI-Clock)
OSCILLATOR SECTION
USB MIDI
The Nord Lead 4 is a subtractive synthesizer with 2 oscillators per voice. All the classic waveforms are present,
Saw, Square, Sine, Triangle, Pulse and PWM.
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TRUE UNISON
WAVETABLE SYNTHESIS
SYNTHESIZERS
MODULATION
FILTER
MUTATOR
MODULATION ENVELOPE
Nord Lead 4 offers a very capable Modulation Envelope
section with an expanded choice of modulation destinations. The Modulation Envelope can also be triggered
manually with an Impulse Morph button!
DRIVE
A new overdrive that operates separately per voice can
distort the waveform before it passes through the effects
sections.
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IMPULSE MORPHS
PITCH STICK
CHORD MEMORY
The handy Chord Memory function memorizes combination of notes so you can play a fifth or a chord with one
finger, brilliant for leads and quirky themes.
ARPEGGIATOR
The Nord Lead 4 includes a classic Arpeggiator with Up/
Down and Random modes and a 4-octave range. The
Arpeggiator can be synced to the LFO and Delay using the
Master Clock. A new Poly mode pulses all the notes youre
holding as a chord instead of cycling through the individual
SYNTHESIZERS
PERFORMANCE
PATTERNS
The new Patterns feature contains a selection of simple
rhythmic figures that can be assigned to the Arpeggiator or
control the LFO.
MASTER CLOCK
At the heart of the Nord Lead 4 is the Master Clock controlling the global tempo. The LFO, Arpeggiator and Delay can
be all be synchronized to the Master Clock. The tempo is
easily changed globally with a Tap-tempo button so you
can tap in to the beat of your drummer and play intricate
rhythmically interlocked parts in perfect sync. The Master
Clock can also be slaved to an external MIDI clock.
MORPHS
The Morph is a classic Nord feature that lets you control
any knob-type parameters with the modulation wheel,
control pedal or velocity. The possibilities are endless
like changing arpeggiator range or adjusting the Sample
rate reduction with the modulation wheel.
LAYERING
Having 4 identical, equally powerful synthesizers at once
at your disposal opens breathtaking layering possibilities,
both rhythmically and sonically. The Split-mode gives you
two 2 slots on each side of the split. A flexible Hold functionality lets you latch and hold slots independently in the
background while playing something else on top.
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OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
SOFT CASE
Keep your Nord instrument in perfect shape with the
ultimate soft case, featuring a plush interior, thick padding, and the distinctive Nord red color. The mid-sized
pocket will hold all your cables and accessories.
Carrying handles, shoulder strap, and two backpack
straps lets you carry your instrument any way you want.
SUSTAIN PEDAL
Sustain pedal.
DUST COVER
EFFECTS
Each of the 4 slots has its own dedicated effects section: FX and Delay/
Reverb.
DRIVE
COMB FILTER
The Comb filter effect can create chorus-like effects when controlled from
an LFO or static spectral changes in
your sound.
USB-MIDI
CRUSH
soft synths.
tion Envelope.
TALK
KEYBED
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COMPRESSOR
Sustain Pedal
Dust Cover
Soft Case
POLYPHONY
OSCILLATOR SECTION
SPECIAL FEATURES
Morph: One or more continuous (knob-type) parameters can be controlled by keyboard velocity and/or
the Modulation Wheel/Control Pedal.
Impulse Morphs: Both continuous (knob-type) and
button-type parameters can have alternate value
settings activated by Impulse Morph buttons. 7
unique Impulse Morphs possible by pressing a
combination of the 3 buttons.
Master Clock: The LFO rates, Arpeggio rate and
Delay time can be synchronized to an internal or
external (via MIDI) clock, with selectable rhythmic
divisions.
Mutator: Automatic program generator with adjustable style and strength.
PERFORMANCE
CONTROLLERS
4 octave velocity sensitive keyboard with octave
shift buttons (+/-2 octaves).
3 momentary Impulse Morph Buttons, 7 Impulse
Morphs.
Keyboard Split with 2 slots each for the upper
and lower sections.
Modulation Wheel.
Pitch Stick (with no dead zone at zero crossing).
Flexible Pitch bend range, up to +/- 4 octaves.
1 pedal input for sustain.
1 pedal input for expression pedal.
USER INTERFACE
3 digit display, 29 knobs and 20+ buttons for
program and performance editing.
FILTER SECTION
PERFORMANCE SECTION
AMPLIFIER SECTION
EFFECTS
MODULATION SECTION
LFO 1 generates a square, triangle or any of 4
different types of saw- and inverted sawtooth waveforms. LFO 1 can be routed to Filter Frequency,
Osc Mod, Osc Mix, Osc 2 Pitch, Amplitude and
FX section. The modulation amount can be set as
positive or negative/inverted. The LFO 1 rate can be
synchronized to the Master Clock.
The LFO 1 section is used to control the rate, range
and directions for the arpeggiator. Arpeggiator:
Range: 1 - 4 octave. Modes: up, down, up/down,
random, Poly. The Arpeggio rate can be synchronized to the Master Clock.
LFO 2 generates a square, a regular and inverted
sawtooth, LF filtered noise and random staircase
waveforms. LFO 2 can be routed to Filter Frequency, Osc Mod, Osc 1 and/or Osc 2 Pitch, Pan
MIDI FEATURES
All control knobs and switches send and receive
control change messages.
System exclusive bulk dumps. One program or all
programs.
Master Clock will sync to incoming MIDI clock.
SYNTHESIZERS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CONNECTIONS
4 Line Level Audio Outputs - ", 6,35 mm jacks,
unbalanced.
Stereo Headphone Output - ", 6,35 mm stereo
jack.
Sustain Pedal - ", 6,35 mm jack. Use a momentary
pedal, like e.g., Roland DP-2, DP-6, Yamaha FC-4,
FC-5, Fatar VFP1-25 etc.
Control Pedal - ", 6,35 mm TRS stereo jack. Use
a Yamaha FC-7, Roland EV-7, Roland EV-5, Korg
EXP2 or Korg XVP10.
USB connector with MIDI capabilities.
MIDI In & Out - 5 pin DIN connectors.
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
User Manual.
Power Cord with IEC C14 connector.
Nord CD/DVD-ROM with Nord Sound Manager.
Rack Ears (Nord Lead 4R only).
MEMORY
DIMENSIONS
AUDIO OUT
WEIGHT
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NORD DRUM 2
SYNTHESIZERS
SOUND DEMOS
Nord Audio Demo
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Drum 2:
Nord Pad available as optional accessory.
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HIGHLIGHTS
Resonance modeling,
Subtractive- and FM-synthesis
Repeat Effect
Headphones output
TONE
NOISE
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CLICK
The Click-section is a specialized section for an ultra-short
attack to the sound. A wide range of different click type
are available as well as a level control for finding the sweet
spot where the Click merges with the other elements and
becomes one coherent sound.
Input
Noise
Click
Tone/
Noise
Level
Drive/
Crush
SOUND GENERATION
EQ
Level/
Pan
Click
Level
DYNAMIC CONTROL
Nord Drum 2 offers extensive control of the dynamic response.
The Bend parameter can make the pitch travel up (or down)
depending on how hard you play. The Decay of both the Noise
and Tone section can be controlled dynamically, including
the option to shorten the decay the harder you play for a
dampening-like effect.
FLEXIBLE INPUTS
The flexibility of having both Trigger and MIDI-inputs lets
you use the Nord Drum in numerous ways. The Nord Pad,
drum pads, triggers and MIDI can be combined! Put an
acoustic drum trigger on your acoustic bass drum, add some
electronic drum pads as extra toms and let a MIDI sequencer
trigger a hi-hat sound. The Nord Drum 2 can also be used as
a 6-channel Trigger-to-MIDI interface.
SYNTHESIZERS
Tone
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
6-channel Percussion Modeling Syntesizer.
Tone section - Resonance modeling, Subtractive
and FM-synthesis.
Noise section - Low Pass, High Pass and Band
Pass filter. Adjustable resonance and dynamic filter
response. Attack and Decay controls.
Click section - Several click models with adjustable
level.
Effects - Drive/Crush distortion and EQ-effects per
channel plus Repeat effect.
CONNECTIONS
2 Audio Outputs ", 6,35 mm (unbalanced)
Stereo Headphones Output - 1/8", 3,5 mm
MIDI in & out - 5 pin DIN connectors
6 generic trigger inputs - ", 6,35 mm
Nord Pad input - RJ45 connector
DC input - 12V, 250mA
MIDI
MIDI Note ON/OFF
MIDI Channel Learn
MIDI Note Learn
MIDI Program Change
MIDI CC parameter control
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
The adjustable input sensitivity and Trig Types lets you tailor
the Nord Drum 2s response to the equipment of your choice.
User Manual
Universal Module Mount
Universal Power Adapter
DIMENSIONS
Nord Drum 2: 222 x 43 x 140 mm (8.74 x 1.69 x 5.51")
Nord Pad: 295 x 27 x 219 mm (11.61 x 1.06 x 8.62")
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
NORD PAD
The Nord Pad is a light weight (1.5 kg / 2.2 lbs) playable solution for playing
the Nord Drum 2 with six super responsive drum pads and a convenient single
cable connector. Universal Module Mount included.
WEIGHT
Nord Drum 2: 695 g (1.55 lbs)
Nord Pad: 1.55 kg (2.2 lbs) (Sold separately)
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NORD ELECTRO 4
Electro 4D SW61
61 Semi Weighted keys
Physical Drawbars
7 kg
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Electro 4 SW73
73 Semi Weighted keys
Digital LED Drawbars
2X Memory
9 kg
Electro 4 HP
73 Hammer Action keys
Digital LED Drawbars
2X Memory
11 kg
STAGE PIANOS
MODERN CLASSIC
Since its first release in 2001, the premium vintage sounds,
hands-on interface and robust, portable design has made
the Nord Electro series a modern classic and a first choice
for gigging musicians all over the planet.
SOUND DEMOS
Nord Audio Demo
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HIGHLIGHTS
Long Release
Effects section
USB MIDI
AUTHENTIC SOUNDS
NORD PIANO LIBRARY
The Nord Sample Library gives you access to our exclusively licensed Mellotron
and Chamberlin sounds and a wide selection of quality sounds from leading sample
producers. The Nord Sample library is
expanding rapidly all new additions are available as free
downloads!
All the sounds have been recorded using our state-ofthe-art sampling techniques to capture the extraordinary
nuances and unique characters of the source instruments
and covers everything from brilliant, factory new Grand
Pianos to detuned upright bar pianos with tons of charm.
Replacing the sounds is simply a matter of dragging and
dropping files in the Nord Sound Manager for Mac and
Windows.
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STAGE PIANOS
The Nord Electro 4 SW73 and Nord Electro 4 HP features our Digital LED drawbars while the Nord Electro 4D features physical drawbars.
ORGAN SECTION
TONE WHEEL ORGAN
EFFECTS
The Nord Electro 4 Effect section offers a wide selection
of great, tweakable effects for instantly adding some dirt,
glimmer or atmosphere to your sound.
Great sounding modulation effects modeled after vintage
stompboxes are only one press of a button away, and
includes Tremolo, Pan, Chorus, Flanger, Wah-effects and
Ring Modulation.
The Nord Electro 4 series also features a number of astonishing speaker simulations that can add some bite or fuzz
to your performance. Choose from several classic guitar
amps to the Vintage 122 Rotary Speaker simulations with a
new Drive from our flagship combo organ, Nord C2D.
LIGHTWEIGHT
Portability has always been a key feature for the Nord Electro. The Nord Electro 4D (7.65 kg/15.3 lbs) and Nord Electro
4 SW73 (9.1 kg/18.2 lbs) can easily be carried on your back
with the optional Soft Case accessory. The Nord Electro 4
HP weighs only 11 kg, amazingly light for a Hammer Action
keyboard.
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STAGE PIANOS
PERFORMANCE
KEYBEDS
The Nord Electro 4 and Nord Electro 4D features semi weighted organ
type keys with a rounded waterfall tip, brilliant for rapid organ shredding and synthesizer licks, but also plays nice with piano sounds.
FREE UPGRADES
OS upgrades, pianos and samples
can be downloaded free of charge
from www.nordkeyboards.com
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
SOFT CASE
Keep your Nord instrument in perfect shape with the ultimate soft case, featuring a
plush interior, thick padding, and the distinctive Nord red color.
The mid-sized pocket on the lid will hold all your cables and accessories. Carrying
handles, shoulder strap, and two backpack straps allows you to carry your instrument
any way you want.
DUST COVER
Soft Case
Keyboard Stand EX
Dust Cover
Sustain Pedal
Cover and protect your Nord unit with the matching Dust Cover.
KEYBOARD STAND EX
Nord Electro 4 HP only.
SUSTAIN PEDAL
Sustain pedal.
COMPARISON CHART
PERFORMANCE
Keyboard
Drawbars
Physical Drawbars
String Resonance
Long Release
Yes
Yes
Yes
68 MB
128 MB
128 MB
185 MB
380 MB
380 MB
DIMENSIONS
WEIGHT
11 kg (24,25 lbs)
PIANO SECTION
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ORGAN SECTION
EFFECTS SECTION
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
User Manual
Power cord
Nord DVD-ROM
GLOBAL FEATURES
STAGE PIANOS
DIMENSIONS
Nord Electro 4D SW61: 901 x 95 x 292 mm (35.5 x 3.7 x 11.5")
Nord Electro 4 SW73: 1120 x 100 x 300 mm (44.1 x 3.9 x 11.8")
Nord Electro 4 HP: 1078 x 121 x 344 mm (42.4 x 4.8 x 13.5")
WEIGHT
Nord Electro 4D SW61: 7.65 kg (15.3 lbs)
Nord Electro 4 SW73: 9.1 kg (18.2 lbs)
Nord Electro 4 HP: 11 kg (24.25 lbs)
CONNECTIONS
2 Audio outputs
1 Monitor input
1 Headphone output
1 control pedal input with support for Yamaha FC7, Roland EV-7,
Roland EV-5, Korg EXP2 and Korg XVP10.
1 Sustain pedal input
1 Rotary Speaker speed switch pedal input
MIDI In, MIDI Out
USB interface for transferring sounds, OS updates and USB MIDI
communication.
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NORD PIANO 2
STAGE PIANOS
SOUND DEMOS
Nord Audio Demo
00:00:19
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HIGHLIGHTS
EXQUISITE PIANOS
Layer/Split functionality
Pedal Noise
Long Release
Effects section
USB MIDI
All the sounds have been recorded using our state-ofthe-art sampling techniques to capture the extraordinary
nuances and unique characters of the source instruments
and covers everything from brilliant, factory new Grand
Pianos to detuned upright bar pianos with tons of charm.
Replacing the sounds is simply a matter of dragging and
dropping files in the Nord Sound Manager for Mac and
Windows.
Read more about the Nord Piano Library in the Sound Libraries section.
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STRING RESONANCE
Nord Piano 2 features our most advanced implementation
of String Resonance, reproducing the intricate interplay of
piano strings resonating at their fundamental or harmonic
frequencies when other notes are played on our Upright
and Grand piano sounds.
PEDAL NOISE
When used with the Nord Triple Pedal, Pedal Noise recreates the mechanical sounds of lifting and releasing the
damper mechanism, producing the characteristic thomp
and sizzle sounds. The Pedal Noise feature responds
dynamically to the force/momentum used when pressing or
releasing the pedal.
LONG RELEASE
The Long Release feature is suitable for legato playing
styles and can be turned off when desired.
STAGE PIANOS
SAMPLE SYNTH
PERFORMANCE
The Sample Synth section lets you play sounds from our
extensive Nord Sample Library - containing over 1000
quality sounds from leading sample producers as well
as the exclusively licensed sounds of the Mellotron and
Chamberlin.
The Nord Piano 2 has dedicated knobs and buttons for all
vital functions a player needs in a performance situation.
Transposing, setting up a split point or creating a layered
sound is accomplished in seconds. There are 240 locations, organized in 2 banks with 24 pages with 5 programs
each. The Nord Piano 2 also has 5 Live locations that automatically save the current settings - ideal as a sketching
pad at rehearsals when trying out new sound combinations
in the search of the perfect sound.
EFFECTS
The Nord Piano 2 has an extensive Effect section with
great, tweakable effects. Each effect section can be assigned to either the Piano or the Sample Synth section and
lets you instantly add some dirt, glimmer or atmosphere to
your sound.
The Effects include classic modulation effects modeled
after vintage stomp-boxes, a stereo delay, a 3-band EQ,
amp simulations of vintage tube amps, a compressor and a
master reverb.
LIGHTWEIGHT
The Nord Piano 2 HA88 is the most light weight (18 kg/40
lbs) professional 88-key stage piano on the market. For
those wanting an even more light weight option we now
also offer the new Nord Piano 2 HP with an exquisite 73key Hammer Action Portable key bed, weighing in at only
11 kg/ 24.25 lbs!
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KEYBEDS
FREE UPGRADES
OS upgrades, pianos and samples
can be downloaded free of charge
from www.nordkeyboards.com
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
KEYBOARD STAND EX
GLOBAL
MUSIC STAND EX
The strong, metal Music Stand EX attaches to mounts included on the back
of your instrument, and can accommodate four sheets of music. The stand is
easily mounted without the use of any tools, and can be fitted in the soft case
for transport. Dimensions: 70 x 25 cm (27.6 x 9.8").
SOFT CASE
Keep your Nord instrument in perfect shape with the ultimate soft case, featuring a plush interior, thick padding, and the distinctive Nord red color.
The large-sized pocket can hold all your cables and accessories, including the
Keyboard Stand EX and Music Stand.
The Soft Case 88 and HP both feature mid-level carrying handles. The Soft
Case Piano 88 also features wheels.
DUST COVER
Cover and protect your Nord unit with the matching Dust Cover.
Music Stand EX
LCD Display
2 banks with 24 pages each, 5 programs - 240 locations
Live Mode 5 Live programs
Global Transpose: +/- 6 semi tones
Program Transpose: +/- 6 semi tones
PIANO SECTION
500 MB memory for Nord Piano Library sounds
40/60 Voices Polyphony (stereo/mono pianos)
6 categories Grand, Upright, Electric Piano 1, Electric Piano
2, Clavinet and Harpsichord. Each category can contain up to
9 models.
Advanced String Resonance, Generation 2
Kbd Touch: 4 velocity response curves
Long Release
Mono Output stereo pianos can be played back in mono
SAMPLE SYNTH
128 MB memory for Nord Sample Library sounds
Up to 99 sample instruments
16 Voices Polyphony
Attack and Release controls
Octave Transpose: -1/+3
Sustenuto pedal can be set as sustain or gate pedal for the
Sample Synth section.
Volume controllable with Volume Pedal (not included)
EFFECTS SECTION
Nord
Triple Pedal
STAGE PIANOS
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
CONNECTIONS
2 Audio outputs L & R - ", 6,35 mm jacks, unbalanced
1 Monitor input - 1/8", 3,5 mm stereo jack
1 Headphone output - ", 6,35 mm stereo jack
1 Piano pedal input - ", 6,35 mm jack. Use the included Nord
Triple Pedal or a momentary pedal, like e.g, Roland DP-2, DP-6,
Yamaha FC-4, FC-5, Fatar VFP1-25 etc
1 Volume Pedal input - ", 6,35 mm TRS stereo jack. Use a Control/Expression pedal like e.g. Yamaha FC-7, Roland EV-5 etc.
MIDI In, MIDI Out - 5 pin DIN connectors
USB - type B connector - for transferring sounds and USB-MIDI
IEC C14 power connector
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
Nord Triple Pedal (HA88 only)
Nord Single Pedal (HP only)
User Manual
Power Cord
USB Cord
Nord DVD-ROM
DIMENSIONS
HA88: 1284 x 121 x 340 mm (50.5 x 4.8 x 13.4")
HP: 1054 x 121 x 344 mm (41.5 x 4.8 x 13.5")
Nord Triple Pedal: 264 x 224 x 70 mm (10.4 x 8.8 x 2.8")
WEIGHT
HA88: 18 kg (39.6 lbs)
HP: 11 kg (24.25 lbs)
Nord Triple Pedal: 2 kg (4.4 lbs)
Specifications subject to change without notice.
Keyboard Stand EX
Soft Case
Piano 88
Dust Cover
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NORD STAGE 2
STAGE PIANOS
SOUND DEMOS
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synthesizer
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HIGHLIGHTS
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ORGAN SECTION
settings on the panel but also during the real time performance. The Stage 2 will faithfully reproduce the important
foldback and energy robbing characteristics; the latter will
produce the gentle compression effect that makes those
lovely smears absolutely wonderful. There are 3 tone wheel
modes that allow you to switch from a clean, factory specd
instrument to a worn and battered workhorse with many
years of touring.
SYNTH SECTION
The Synth engine itself offers classic subtractive synthesis with dual saw, hard sync and pulse wave modulation,
three-operator FM synthesis with 32 different modulation
frequencies, Wavetable synthesis with 62 waveforms and
Sample based synthesis. A new great-sounding multimode
filter features 12 and 24dB low pass, high pass, band pass
and notch filters. And with an Amp envelope, Modulation
envelope, an LFO, and Unison control, the Stage 2s synth
capabilities are hugely powerful, delivering amazing onstage sound.
STAGE PIANOS
PIANO SECTION
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EFFECT SECTION
EFFECT 2
The two Phasers, two Choruses, the Flanger and new Vibe
effect are all modeled after the classic analog stomp boxes
STAGE PIANOS
EXTERN SECTION
DELAY
A delay unit has been included to create haunting echoes or
slap back effects. The delay also supports a ping-pong mode,
and the tempo can easily be adjusted with the tap-tempo
button, or synced to the master clock. The delay even has
The Nord Stage 2 wouldnt be a master keyboard
if it couldnt control external devices with ease.
The Extern Section lets you seamlessly integrate
external MIDI-gear with the Stage 2s built-in
instruments. Zones, splits and layers are handled
exactly as if the external equipment was a part of
the Stage 2 itself. The Extern settings are saved
together with Programs so advanced setups can
be immediately recalled in real-time during a performance. You can even use the Extern Section to
automatically transmit Bank Select and Program
Change messages to your external units.
ROTARY SPEAKER
EFFECT 1
MASTER EFFECTS
AutoPan. Use the AutoWah with a Clavinet for raw funk licks,
sound chain, to help you blend your sounds more naturally to-
gether. The Reverb unit has six different Hall, Stage and Room
the Compressor helps you keep the overall mix tight and
under control.
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KEYBEDS
The Stage 2 HA88 and HA76 features fully weighted hammer action
keys. Brilliant for electric and acoustic piano sounds, although the High
Trigger-point mode even works great for organ playing.
The Nord Stage 2 SW73 features semi weighted organ type keys with
a rounded waterfall tip, brilliant for rapid organ shredding and synthesizer licks, but also plays nice with piano sounds.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
KEYBOARD STAND EX
SUSTAIN PEDAL
SOFT CASE
A semi-hard, padded, custom sized soft case is
available for safe and comfortable transportation.
The soft case for the Stage 2 HA76 and HA88
models also features wheels.
MUSIC STAND EX
An easily attachable music stand is also available
for the HA88/76 models.
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Music Stand EX
Sustain Pedal
DUST COVER
Cover and protect your Nord unit with the matching Dust Cover. Included with Stage 2 HA88/
HA76.
Nord
Triple Pedal
Keyboard Stand EX
Dust Cover
GENERAL
SYNTH SECTION
KEYBOARD
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
ORGAN SECTION
B3 Tone wheel Organ, Vox Continental and Farfisa
models with full polyphony
9 digitally controlled Drawbars
Percussion controls
Vibrato / Chorus control
Two Drawbar settings per program
2-Part Multi-timbral (2 manuals)
PIANO SECTION
Approx.. 500 Megabyte memory for Piano sounds
Acoustic Grand Pianos
Upright Pianos
Electric Pianos
Wurlitzer A200 Electric Piano
Clavinet D6
Harpsichords
Electric Grand Pianos incl. CP-80
40-60 Voices Polyphony
4 Selectable Velocity Curves
Clavinet EQ controls
String Resonance, Generation 2
(on Acoustic Grand Pianos and Uprights)
Selectable Piano Release
Pedal Noise when used with Nord Triple Pedal
(optional accessory) on selected acoustic and
electric pianos
Slot Detune functionality
2-Part Multi-timbral
GLOBAL PARAMETERS
Level control
Zone (split assignment) control
EFFECTS
Effect 1: Ring Modulator, Tremolo, Pan, Wah 1, Wah
2, AutoWah
Effect 2: Flanger, Vibe, 2 Phasers, 2 Choruses
Delay - with Ping Pong (stereo taps) and Tap-Tempo
3 types of Speaker simulations, JC, Twin and Small
Tube amp simulation with adjustable overdrive
3-band Equalizer with sweepable mid. EQ ranges:
100 Hz, 200 Hz - 8 kHz and 4 kHz
Rotary Speaker: selectable speed (Stop, Slow and
Fast) and separate overdrive
Effect rates/tempo can be synchronized to the
Master Clock
User Manual
Dust cover (HA88 and HA76 only)
Sustain pedal (HA88 and HA76 only)
Power cord
Nord Sample and Piano DVDs
USB cord
STAGE PIANOS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS
CONNECTIONS
4 Assignable Audio Outputs - ", 6.35 mm jacks,
unbalanced
Stereo Headphone output - ", 6.35 mm stereo jack
1 Monitor input - 1/8", 3.5 mm stereo jack
Sustain Pedal - ", 6.35 mm jack. Use a momentary
pedal, like e.g, Roland DP-2, DP-6, Yamaha FC4,
FC5, Fatar VFP1-25 etc.
Sustain input compatible with Nord Triple Pedal (sold
separately)
Rotor Pedal - ", 6.35 mm jack. Use a momentary
pedal or a switch type pedal
Organ Swell Pedal - ", 6.35 mm TRS stereo jack.
Use a Control/Expression pedal like e.g. Yamaha
FC7, Roland EV-7, Roland EV-5, Korg EXP2 or Korg
XVP10.
Control Pedal - ", 6.35 mm TRS stereo jack. Use a
Control/Expression pedal like e.g. Yamaha FC7, Roland EV-7, Roland EV-5, Korg EXP2 or Korg XVP10.
MIDI In - 5 pin DIN connectors
MIDI Out - 5 pin DIN connectors
USB - type B connector
IEC320 C7 power connector
WEIGHT
Nord Stage 2 HA88: 18.5 kg (41 lbs)
Nord Stage 2 HA76: 16.5 kg (36 lbs)
Nord Stage 2 SW73: 9.7 kg (21 lbs)
FREE UPGRADES
OS upgrades, pianos and samples
can be downloaded free of charge
from www.nordkeyboards.com
MASTER EFFECTS
Compressor
Reverb - 6 algorithms
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NORD C2D
COMBO ORGAN
SOUND DEMOS
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HIGHLIGHTS
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COMBO ORGAN
AMP SIMULATION
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DISPOSITION
Swell
(Manual II)
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Great
(Manual I)
Pedal
Couplers
Fugara 8
Principal 8
Subbas 16
SW/GR
Rohrflte 8
Gamba 8
Fagot 16
SW/PED
Principal 4
Gedackt 8
Gedackt 8
GR/PED
Spitzflte 4
Octava 4
SWELL 16
Nasat 3
Rohrflte 4
SWELL 4
Flte 2
Qvinta 3
SW 16/GR
Vox Celeste
Octava 2
PED/GR. LOW
Scharf II-III
Mixtur III-IV
Oboe 8
Trumpet 8
COMBO ORGAN
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Rotary
Speaker
Pipe / Tonewheel Organ
PA-Mixer
MUSIC STAND EX
Rotary
Speaker
Tonewheel Organ
OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
Guitar Amp.
Tonewheel Organ
Transistor Organs
The strong, metal Music Stand EX attaches to mounts included on the back of
your instrument, and can accommodate
four sheets of music. The stand is easily
mounted without the use of any tools, and
can be fitted in the gig bag for transport.
Dimensions: 70 x 25 cm (27.6 x 9.8).
SOFT CASE
Having three vintage organs and a baroque
pipe organ in your studio is fun, but its even
better when you can easily carry them with
you to a gig. That is why the NordC2D is
lightweight and portable. With the optional
soft case, you can carry the massive power
of these monster organs in one hand;
weighing in at merely 15.5 kg (34 lbs).
LIGHTWEIGHT
The Nord C2D is lightweight and portable, yet sturdy enough to cope with
the rigors of the touring life. The total
weight is merely 15 kg (33 lb).
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PEDAL KEYS 27
GENERAL
CONNECTIONS
This MIDI pedal board has 27 keys and an integrated Swell pedal, with a sturdy chassis of
aluminum. The long keys have a wooden finish and a length of 350 mms, to facilitate the
use of a proper toe-heel technique when playing. Just connect it to the C2Ds Bass Pedal
MIDI Input and you are ready to perform. It is very portable weighing in at only 15.5 kgs, 34
lbs.(Optional accessory).
LCD Display
Master Level Control
2 Drawbar sets per manual
Pedal drawbars
126 Program Locations
2 Live Buffers
ORGAN SECTION
Pedal Keys 27
(optional accessory)
4 Organ Models:
Pipe Organ
Classic Tone wheel Organ
Vox* Continental Transistor Organ
Farfisa* Compact Deluxe Transistor Organ
Percussion Controls
Vibrato / Chorus / Tremulant Control
6 Drawbar Presets per Program Location
EFFECT SECTION
3-band Equalizer
Overdrive
3 types of Speaker Simulations including two
Rotary Speaker models (122, 122 Close and 145)
with selectable speed (slow - stop - fast)
Delay - with feedback and tap-tempo function
Reverb - 6 algorithms
Music Stand EX
COMBO ORGAN
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
Dust Cover
User Manual
Power Cord
Nord CD-ROM
DIMENSIONS
C2D: 966 x 163 x 445 mm (38.0 x 6.4 x 11.3")
Pedal keys 27:
1055 x 320 x 620 mm (41.5 x 12.6 x 24.4")
with the swell pedal mounted in place.
KEYBOARD
WEIGHT
Soft Case
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SOUND LIBRARIES
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SOUND LIBRARIES
SOUND LIBRARIES
Compatible with
Nord Electro 3/4
Nord Piano 88/2
Nord Stage/EX/2
Compatible with
Nord Electro 3/4
Nord Piano 2
Nord Stage 2
Nord Wave
original sounds from the legendary vintage tape-samplers Mellotron and Chamberlin!
SOUND LIBRARIES
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Nord Piano
Library double DVD
ROMANTIC UPRIGHT
The touch and tone of the Romantic Upright are harmonized perfectly from the powerful bass notes up to the
sparkling treble register.
performing live.
BRIGHT GRAND
The Bright Grand is a 6'3" (191 cm) Concert Grand Piano
with a transparent character and an expressive dynamic
range. We chose to record a factory new unit and this
GRAND IMPERIAL
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MELLOW UPRIGHT
GRAND LADY-D
This German 9-foot beast captures the full sound from the
tapered, double crowned sound board and every nuance
resonating in the huge maple body.
STUDIO GRAND 1
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concert hall.
HONKYTONK UPRIGHT
With nails replacing the traditional felt hammers, this piano
most certainly has a sound of its own.
BLACK UPRIGHT
The hammers on the original piano are voiced for a soft
tone; a characteristic for these upright pianos that the
Nord Piano Library version truly reproduces in great detail.
GRAND UPRIGHT
SALOON UPRIGHT
Look no further for a great, ragtime and boogieing personality. The Saloon Upright is heavily de-tuned, do not sit
with your back towards the door..
projective character.
STUDIO GRAND 2
QUEEN UPRIGHT
strong FF presence.
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FRENCH HARPSICHORD
This is a triple stringed French harpsichord, recorded in
various settings at the Swedish National Radio.
ITALIAN HARPSICHORD
This instrument is a beautiful Italian double stringed harpsichord, recorded at the Swedish National Radio.
SOUND LIBRARIES
ELECTRICS
ELECTRIC GRAND CP80
EP TINES 3 MK II
EP TINES 4 MK V
EP REEDS 200 A
CLAVINET
EP TINES 1 MK I DEEP
Manufactured in May 1978 and adjusted to deep
timbre adjustment which gives the piano a warm
sound with a rich fundamental.
EP TINES 2 MK I SUITCASE
Manufactured in January 1975. We fine-tuned the
mechanics and adjusted the tines according to the
ideal timbre adjustment.
EP TINES 6: SPARKLETOP
All the tine based electric pianos manufactured
during the period of the late sixties featured wooden
piano hammers (felt-covered, teardrop shape)
and non-tapered Raymac tines. This combination
produced the raw, bell-like sound heard on many
famous recordings.
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SOUND LIBRARIES
Nord Sample
Library double DVD
CONTENTS
CHAMBERLIN MELLOTRON STRINGS / STRING MACHINES WIND / BRASS
TUNED PERCUSSION ACCORDION / ORGANS GUITAR / BASS VOICES
ACOUSTIC / ELECTRIC PIANOS SYNTH
ORIGINAL SOUNDS
The Nord Sample Library contains over 900 of the best sounding samples on the planet, no matter if it is acoustic or electric
sounds that you are interested in.
In order to provide you with the best quality, we have teamed
up with top-notch sample content creators like Kirk Hunter
Studios, Precision Sound and Sonic Reality. New Samples are
added to the Library on a regular basis and are made available
as free downloads in the Library area on the www.nordkeyboards.com website. The extensive Sample Library pages also
include complete lists of the samples and audio demos.
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NEW
nordkeyboards.com/mellotron
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the
Mellotron, we are releasing 60+ unique
new sounds and rhythms from the
original Master Tapes used to create
the famous Mellotron sounds.
Flute
Bass Clarinet
Open Trumpet
3 Violins
Alto Sax
Open Trombone
Piano
Vibraphone
Acoustic Guitar
Muted Trombone
4 Saxes
Muted Trumpet
Mandolin
Marimba
4 Brass
Accordion
Male Voice
Pizzicato Violins
During the production years close to 700 units were made, all
considered a real work of art and a true milestone when it comes
to musical instrument innovations.
SOUND LIBRARIES
SOUND LIST
The analog Chamberlin master tapes have been transferred to the digital domain using state-of the
art recording equipment, in a 44.1 kHz, 24-bits resolution. All the sounds have been edited and
carefully looped when applicable - using the Nord Sample Editor. One thing that is very noticeable is the quality and fidelity of these sounds.
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